Sunset Lounge

4.4 (75)

$30 and under

American

111 Chestnut St, Fort Collins, CO 80524

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Sunset Lounge

4.4

$30 and under

American

Fort Collins

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

10:30 pm

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Great for creative cocktails

Sunset Lounge features all-weather and open-air lounge areas atop The Elizabeth Hotel. Sunset Lounge is open to the public and is able to accommodate groups and events.

Sunset Lounge features an exquisite outdoor space with unrivaled sunset views and front range mountain views. Our beverage program pours a list of craft cocktails, plus wines by the glass and by the bottle.

Imbibe in style and relax in a sophisticated atmosphere. Our rooftop deck is truly the perfect place to unwind while savoring the finest of drinks and views in the Old Town neighborhood.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Daily 16:00–23:00 Afternoon Tea Sun 14:00–16:00
Phone number
(970) 999-3494
Website
https://sunsetloungerooftop.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
L'amour Crain: (970) 999-3454

Location
111 Chestnut St, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Area
Fort Collins
Parking Details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

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Olives & AlmondsUSD 7.00
Cheese & CrackersUSD 15.00
baked mouco camembert, apple, rye crackers
GougeresUSD 12.00
pimento goat cheese, cripsy prosciutto, chervil
Salmon CanapesUSD 11.00
smoked salmon rillettes, buckwheat blini, bow fin caviar, pickled onion, creme fraiche
Duck, Duck MousseUSD 11.00
duck liver pate, red wine jam, crostini
Smoked DatesUSD 12.00
cured ham, purple haze goat cheese, aged balsamic, pine smoke
Prawn CocktailUSD 13.00
remoulade, bloody mary cocktail, celery
Tea & CookiesUSD 8.00
chamomile creme brulee, short bread, lemon curd, chantilly

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4.4

(75)

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
3.8Value

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75 Reviews

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Paul
Denver / Colorado1 review
2.0
Dined on 18 January 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The servers were nice, and the view and live jazz music was enjoyable! I didn’t find the amount of food at all worth the price. $55 is more than it should be for 2 people combined. If the food trays were replenished as much as you desired, it would be more worthwhile. Also, it was a little hard to find on the 5th floor.
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Pamela Gold
Orange County10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The tea was lovely and in a beautiful space atop the Elizabeth Hotel. We had some trouble finding the lounge when we were sent up the guest elevator by the front desk, with no direction. We got off on the 5th floor to find guest rooms and hallways but no signage as to where the lounge was located. I have been there before, but we used a dedicated elevator by the Magic Rat and apparently that elevator was not in service, so they sent us up to fend for ourselves. We ran into other guests wandering the halls and someone finally came out of an unmarked door to direct us inside. We made it. The set up was nice and the lounge seating was roomy and comfortable. There were 4 teas offered, and we tried 3 of them, all delicious. We ordered a bottle of sparkling rose that was also nice. The food offerings were decent but would have loved more of a tea sandwich or more substantial bites. They did have 2 types of scones with 2 spreads, 4 small savory bites and 3 dessert bites. Again, it was all pretty good (not the liver pate, it was very gamey) but would have loved a little more substance in the savory offering. We spent nearly 2 hours enjoying the view and the piano player. I would recommend this tea for the ambiance and views for sure.
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Paul Gold
Tampa / Central Florida West5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely selection for high tea. Thoroughly enjoyed.
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Lori
Denver / Colorado16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful view. Food and tea were delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. Pianist played beautifully. Worth the price when compared to tea at other places.
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Jessica Gold
Denver / Colorado1 review
2.0
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We went for afternoon tea to the sunset lounge and I agree with other reviews, it was overpriced and it under delivered. We love afternoon teas and were excited to have one more local. The view is amazing and the waitresses were lovely but there was very little food for the price. We barely had any space to eat or drink and the seating is super awkward for tea. They had to go out for milk and you don’t get a pot of tea for your table, both red flags for afternoon tea. Also we were there for a birthday and they didn’t do anything to make it special like all other tea places? So disappointing. We won’t be back.
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Amy
Denver / Colorado1 review
3.0
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The Sunset tea is nice, but today’s food was not quite up to the price tag: all of the bread and baked goods were dry. When you compare this tea to that of the Brown Palace, the Sunset is more expensive, they do not give each person their own pot of tea, and they only provide one serving of food. For the money, The Brown Palace’s tea is a better value ( although you do have to pay for parking). I’d love to see the Sunset adjust to provide comparable services. It’s a beautiful venue and a lovely option for those of us who like to stay local.
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Charlotte
Denver / Colorado2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 11 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Since we’re new to the area, I’ve never been to the Sunset Lounge for cocktails but am planning on doing so in the future, it’s a lovely view and perfect setup for that. However, Sunday high tea was a bit disappointing. It was a long line to get in to be seated, the cocktail tables were awkwardly low and small, the talented piano player was entirely too loud for the space/setting (we were seated right next to it and had to shout or squeeze next to each other to be heard), the service was pleasant and professional but terribly inefficient (our cups were empty more often than full because they had to ask what we wanted and refill one cup at a time) all of which came in at a pretty steep price point. This could be fantastic with just a few tweaks: staggered reservation times, set up some room service carts and leave teapots at each table, work with local bakeries and food vendors to increase the quality and variety of the food (it was decent but not fantastic). Right now, though, it’s just meh. EDIT: I also included in my reservation that this was a birthday celebration. It would’ve been a nice touch to at least have had the server acknowledge this, or better yet do something a little extra- a mini cake or cupcake, a mini gift bag, even a drink coupon for another visit, etc. Not necessary, but would’ve made a lasting impression.
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati / Dayton1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had an excellent waiter and we enjoyed the lovely piano music during the tea.
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Denver / Colorado1 review
2.0
Dined on 23 June 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The small tray of food we received for four people included 6 tea finger sandwiches, three parfait things and 6 scones. Food was dry and tasteless. They had three tea selections and only one herbal (we were there for a baby shower). Tea was delicious, too bad we kept having to hunt down the servers for refills and milk and sugar. They would not leave our own pot. If you like an overview of just college town then you’ll love it. Very dissatisfied with the overall event given the price. Not worth it in my opinion. Best to do your own high tea at home.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver / Colorado1 review
3.0
Dined on 26 May 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had so many mixed feelings about this experience. We have down afternoon tea all over the world and we’re looking forward to this for over a month. The four of us had to share a tray of very small but creative food options. We left in search of more food. They do not leave the pot of tea at your table but walk around and refill, tea at first was not steeped enough nor hot or even warm. Only two people working with a full room so it took sometime to get a tea refill. The cocktails were great and the staff was super nice and sweet; just felt bad that they had to work so hard. It’s silly but the chairs and couches are uncomfortable for tea and eating. The views were beautiful. It just came down to $55 a person for cold tea and one mouthful of food, I would say not worth the price.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Daily 16:00–23:00 Afternoon Tea Sun 14:00–16:00
Phone number
(970) 999-3494
Website
https://sunsetloungerooftop.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
L'amour Crain: (970) 999-3454

Location
111 Chestnut St, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Area
Fort Collins
Parking Details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Sunset Lounge features a rooftop deck and open-air lounge where guests can dine and drink while enjoying sunset and Front Range mountain views.

Sundays are ideal for Afternoon Tea (Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm), while Thursday–Saturday evenings often feature a live pianist, choose Sunday for tea, Thu–Sat for live music and sunset cocktails.

Smart casual is the guide here, polished but relaxed, a comfortable choice many guests lean into for special evenings like anniversaries.

Expect Sunset Lounge to be busiest when live music is on and during major Old Town events, guests report it was busy during the live pianist sets (Thurs–Sat, 8–10 pm) and for the Holiday Lighting Ceremony, while other visits can feel calm and peaceful for a quieter evening.

Sunset Lounge offers a rooftop deck with open‑air and all‑weather lounge areas, comfortable indoor lounge seating and a staffed bar, and it can accommodate groups and private events.

Yes, Sunset Lounge welcomes private parties and can accommodate groups and events atop The Elizabeth Hotel, offering its rooftop spaces and views for gatherings.

Yes, Sunset Lounge is well suited to date night, with a sophisticated rooftop atmosphere, sunset views and craft cocktails, and multiple guests praising anniversary and romantic visits.

Sunset Lounge feels like a sophisticated rooftop piano bar, expect live jazz/piano, cozy lounge seating, and sweeping sunset and mountain views that create an elegant, relaxed backdrop for drinks and conversation.

Sunset Lounge is best visited around sunset to enjoy the rooftop views; for live music plan a Thursday–Saturday evening when a pianist often performs (8–10pm).

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Sunset Lounge

4.4

$30 and under

American

Fort Collins

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

10:30 pm

Sunset Lounge

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Sunset Lounge

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Concierge
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Food

Olives & AlmondsUSD 7.00

Cheese & CrackersUSD 15.00

GougeresUSD 12.00

Salmon CanapesUSD 11.00

Duck, Duck MousseUSD 11.00

Smoked DatesUSD 12.00

Prawn CocktailUSD 13.00

Tea & CookiesUSD 8.00

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